Festive Season on the Legendary Danube 2024
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary, exploring their rich history, stunning architecture, and festive Christmas markets. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided tours, cultural experiences, and culinary delights. From the medieval architecture of Nuremberg to the gilded landmarks of Vienna, and the iconic Heroes' Square in Budapest, this tour is a feast for the senses. Enjoy traditional holiday fare, live entertainment, and lectures on board your Suite Ship®, and indulge in the festive atmosphere of the Christkindlmarkt in each city. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or a Christmas market aficionado, this tour promises a memorable holiday experience.
Included
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Avalon View or similar
7 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship
Avalon View: Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Nuremberg
- Nuremberg
- Bamberg - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in the historic city of Nuremberg, Germany. Board your Suite Ship® by 5 pm and settle in for the evening. Enjoy a traditional holiday dinner on board and explore the ship at your leisure. Overnight docking in Nuremberg.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Nuremberg and Journey to Regensburg
- Nuremberg
- Bamberg
- Regensburg
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- Nuremberg lock
- New Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
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Choose between a guided tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture and the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend your free time exploring the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg, sampling Bavarian fare. Enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Regensburg.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Regensburg and Cruise to Passau
- Regensburg
- Passau
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- Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk in Regensburg, visiting the Altes Rathaus and Porta Pretoria. Take time to browse Regensburg's sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board as we cruise to Passau.
Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Passau and Cruise to Melk
- Passau
- Linz
- Melk
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Join a guided city walk in the beautiful 'City of Three Rivers', Passau. Spend free time in Passau's charming Christkindlmarkt. Alternatively, join a full-day guided optional excursion to Salzburg. Enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Melk.
Day 5 – Day 5: Marveling at Melk and Journey to Vienna
- Melk
- Vienna
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- Melk Abbey
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Take a guided tour of Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert in Vienna.
Day 6 – Day 6: Unveiling Vienna and Cruise to Budapest
- Vienna
- Budapest
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- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Explore the Habsburg empire on a guided city tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. Spend free time enjoying the Christkindlesmarkt or relaxing in a Viennese café. Join a guided optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. Overnight cruise to Budapest.
Day 7 – Day 7: Budapest - The Pearl of the Danube
- Budapest
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- Heroes' Square
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Enjoy a guided city sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes' Square. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube, or enjoy Budapest's cafés, pubs or nightlife. Don't miss the unique Christmas market that Budapest hosts every year during the festive season.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell Budapest
- Budapest - Departure day
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Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning in Budapest. Take your time to say goodbye to the Pearl of the Danube and prepare for your onward journey.
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